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Chainalysis: onchain malware up 420%, with North Korea and Iran involved

  • Onchain malware grew 420% according to Chainalysis
  • North Korea-linked hackers used Tron, Aptos and BNB Chain
  • Iranian actors hid instructions in Bitcoin transactions
Why it matters: The growth of onchain malware increases risks for users and exchanges, as blockchains become part of cybercriminals' infrastructure.
Source: Cointelegraph